(Original track in grey. . . New Track extension in black)

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GCKI Track and Facilities

Located northwest of Katy, Texas, Gulf Coast Kartway is a 0.7 mile paved road racing course with a 780' main straight and a variety of left-hand and right-hand corners that are designed to provide a challenging, competitive and fun racing experience for the drivers.  Depending on the race day, the track can be run either clockwise or counter-clockwise, in essence providing (2) very different track configurations for our members.   Providing a safe racing facility is paramount to Gulf Coast Karters, Inc. as the track is surrounded with large run-off areas throughout the facility. The track was completely repaved in 2003 using specifically formulated asphalt that has produced a durable, consistent and exceptionally smooth racing surface for the drivers. 

- Pit Upgrade -

Pit Upgrade Illustration

The pit improvements include installation of (2) concrete "runners" that teams pit along (either on the outside with their trailer or inside, between the runners).  The runners provide a route to the Hot Grid and Tech areas.  The Hot Grid has been relocated to better accomodate running the track in either direction.  The scales have been relocated to allow ample room for karts that just finished their race to leave the track without creating congestion along the pit exit that delays the start of the followng race.   The Pit Area surface has been repaved with asphalt and appropriate fencing installed.  The Grandstands have been relocated to allow spectators to see the all the action along the entire track.